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Posts tagged lemonade
Photo Shoot : whimsical and eclectic summertime inspiration

I've got a fun way to end the week today and it's with a fun little photo shoot that incorporates so much of what we love about summer - lemonade, mason jars, strawberries, and dining on the porch. Paige of Paige Hiller Photography and Carey of Lasso’d Moon utilized space at the Blue Horse Inn in Woodstock, VT to put together a shoot that was whimsical and eclectic with a bright summer-y feel.

Weddings, Tents and Events supplied the gorgeous turquoise blue ruffled tablecloths, as well as the glassware. Don't you just love this linen? It reminds me of the pool.

For the table settings, Carey and Paige utilized what they had in our own china cabinets . . . Carey provided the pretty scrolling white dinner plates and the smaller dessert plates, and the tea cups were from Paige’s personal collection.

Jenna of Piper Designs lent her styling to putting the flowers and other items together into a cohesive look. For the flowers, the team chose to go with carefree yellow bouquets in blue mason jars and incorporated natural elements into the decor, like fresh lemons and strawberries.

For the stationery, the place cards, lemonade sign and invitation featured custom calligraphy and fun stripes in shades of yellow.

DIY GOODIE : Carey is offering a printable version of the "Fresh Squeezed" lemonade sign as a download for you today. Simply download the file here and you can print out your very own sign for your summertime festivities.

Vendors:
Linens, glassware: Weddings, Tents and Events       
Location: Blue Horse Inn, Woodstock, Vermont      
Photographer: Paige Hiller Photography      
Stationery: Lasso’d Moon       
Shoot Styling Assistance: Piper Designs     
      

Photo Shoot : a summery strawberry & lemonade vintage wedding

Today I have a special photo shoot to share with you - recently Sarah from Deeds and Petunia wrote to me asking if I would provide my Strawberry invitation, recipe cards and a garland that read "Just Married" for a photo shoot. The shoot was planned as a feature in her brand new "It's all in the Details . . ." an online magazine for a handmade wedding which published yesterday. I of course said yes and was honored to be able to participate as many of you know how much I love strawberries {remember my very first photo shoot last year?} I am in love with this strawberry and lemonade shoot that was photographed by Rosemary Wagner Photography. The colors are bright and cheery and it's definitely a party I'd want to be invited to. Oh, and my DIY for the strawberry jam favor labels can be found in the ezine so please be sure to check it out :) And, my garland is part of the giveaway Sarah has put together so it could be yours!!!! Details about the giveaway will be posted to Sarah's site later this week.

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Sarah and Rosemary came together with the idea of highlighting unique, small-scale wedding designers and artists to promote the beauty of handmade, as well as offer Do-It-Yourself projects to inspire creative, budget-savvy brides. The free indie magazine is geared toward brides who love vintage, eco-chic style and who desire a personal, unconventional and sometimes offbeat wedding.

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Don't forget to check out Sarah's Deeds and Petunia etsy shop for handcrafted vintage style birdcage veils, fascinators and hair decor. Many pieces include unique vintage findings and they're just lovely.

Vendors:
Photography: Rosemary Photography
Veils: Deeds & Petunia
Dress: Twice Blushed
Jewelry: Parisienne Girl Designs
Cake Topper: The Funky Shack
Paper Flower Bouquet: LaLaLaurie
Cake: Blackberry Bakery {gluten free too}
Venue: Genesis Farm & Gardens
Models: Janelle and Stacy
Garland and Invitations: Wedding Girl

Something Pink Day 22: Drink Presentations

Today's "something pink" post is all about the presentation of drinks - I love these ideas . . . Rose petals inside of ice cubes, perfect for outdoor summer weddings. {from Brides.com}, Straws tied into "love knots" - so clever! {from Martha Stewart}, A hint of pink with a rose petal being used as a dish for a sugar cube awaiting a cup of coffee, tea, or espresso {from Martha Stewart}, How cute are these milk shakes for the little ones at your wedding? {from Martha Stewart}